[Recalled] Fils de scoubidous — The plastic strings contain dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value up to 21% b… | EU Safety Gate 2018-10-19
A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.
Recall details
| Product | Fils de scoubidous |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Ammi |
| Category | Toys |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | A12/1513/18 |
| Country of notice | France |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 19 October 2018 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The plastic strings contain dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value up to 21% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The migration of organotin compounds of the materials is too high (measured value up to 463 mg/kg). Organotins are toxic and may harm human health. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation, with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-3.
This Serious risk recall concerns Toys products distributed in France and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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